Eating Disorders Therapists in Parkville, MD
I have several years of experience in body image and eating disorders recovery, behavioral addiction recovery, grief, and family system interaction.
I believe counseling should focus on supporting the client in building a life worth living. Only you know what life "fits" you best, but it is helpful to have someone along for that journey, to point out lessons along the way! My goal is to help you identify what in your life keeps you stuck, what roles and values fulfill you, and to minimize the former while maximizing the latter. What kind of life "fits" you? Let's find out! "The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases." -Carl Jung. www.invisiblethreadcounseling.com
I have several years of experience in body image and eating disorders recovery, behavioral addiction recovery, grief, and family system interaction.
I believe counseling should focus on supporting the client in building a life worth living. Only you know what life "fits" you best, but it is helpful to have someone along for that journey, to point out lessons along the way! My goal is to help you identify what in your life keeps you stuck, what roles and values fulfill you, and to minimize the former while maximizing the latter. What kind of life "fits" you? Let's find out! "The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases." -Carl Jung. www.invisiblethreadcounseling.com
I believe the most critical aspect of psychotherapy is our working relationship. I think of myself as a fellow traveler with my patients: I bring my expertise in human beings generally and you bring your experience with yourself in particular, and together we map out a path that feels right for you. I focus on identifying patients' existing strengths and helping them increase their capacities to cope with stress so as to lead a more satisfying life. I take a "best-tool-for-the-job," integrative approach, drawing from a range of psychotherapeutic orientations, all supported by solid science.
I believe the most critical aspect of psychotherapy is our working relationship. I think of myself as a fellow traveler with my patients: I bring my expertise in human beings generally and you bring your experience with yourself in particular, and together we map out a path that feels right for you. I focus on identifying patients' existing strengths and helping them increase their capacities to cope with stress so as to lead a more satisfying life. I take a "best-tool-for-the-job," integrative approach, drawing from a range of psychotherapeutic orientations, all supported by solid science.
You can come back from anything no matter how bad you think the situation is. It is all about your mindset.” Laronda believes that people have the power to change their circumstances within themselves by changing thought patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Empowerment, and Motivational Interviewing encourages change within. In addition, Laronda welcomes a warm, inviting, friendly, and non-judgmental environment for clients. Laronda Barker comes from a long history of working with children, adolescents, and the aging population. Laronda’s experiences have shaped her holistic and culturally responsive approach to care.
You can come back from anything no matter how bad you think the situation is. It is all about your mindset.” Laronda believes that people have the power to change their circumstances within themselves by changing thought patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Empowerment, and Motivational Interviewing encourages change within. In addition, Laronda welcomes a warm, inviting, friendly, and non-judgmental environment for clients. Laronda Barker comes from a long history of working with children, adolescents, and the aging population. Laronda’s experiences have shaped her holistic and culturally responsive approach to care.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you worry excessively? Are you depressed? Has a loved one died and the loss is overwhelming? Do you avoid people & places out if fear? Are you dealing with issues around your sexuality & gender? Is there something in your life that just doesn't align & you can't quite explain why?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps it's time to try therapy.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you worry excessively? Are you depressed? Has a loved one died and the loss is overwhelming? Do you avoid people & places out if fear? Are you dealing with issues around your sexuality & gender? Is there something in your life that just doesn't align & you can't quite explain why?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps it's time to try therapy.
Therapy is a process and a journey to becoming the best version of yourself. I have a deep appreciation for every one’s story. My passion is to help each person with whom I am lucky to work achieve breakthroughs and transform their life.
Therapy is a process and a journey to becoming the best version of yourself. I have a deep appreciation for every one’s story. My passion is to help each person with whom I am lucky to work achieve breakthroughs and transform their life.
I have been providing mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults with various mental health needs for over 12 years. I foster an environment that is sensitive to clients'/parents' needs. Clients are encouraged to openly express thoughts/feelings so that we can focus on setting goals, identifying feelings and patterns, developing healthy/positive attitudes and behaviors, and problem solving. I would be honored to work with you/your child/family to move away from distress and towards wellness and increased satisfaction and happiness!
I have been providing mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults with various mental health needs for over 12 years. I foster an environment that is sensitive to clients'/parents' needs. Clients are encouraged to openly express thoughts/feelings so that we can focus on setting goals, identifying feelings and patterns, developing healthy/positive attitudes and behaviors, and problem solving. I would be honored to work with you/your child/family to move away from distress and towards wellness and increased satisfaction and happiness!
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I am a therapist who specializes in treating individuals with Eating Disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma (EMDR trained).
I find what works best for each individual, and meet them where they are. I believe that a strengths-focused practice is critical to client well-being. When I work with adolescents and families, I believe in working collaboratively and reaching a goal of mutual understanding and respect.
I am a therapist who specializes in treating individuals with Eating Disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma (EMDR trained).
I find what works best for each individual, and meet them where they are. I believe that a strengths-focused practice is critical to client well-being. When I work with adolescents and families, I believe in working collaboratively and reaching a goal of mutual understanding and respect.
Areas of Specialty:
-anxiety/mood disorders
-phobias
-relationship issues
-divorce/infidelity
-career counseling
-life transitions
-body image/ eating disorders
-domestic violence
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task at times and I always strive to ensure that my clients feel safe, non-judged and comfortable with the process. Please see client reviews! (more recent reviews on zocdoc) Mallory has been an excellent source during troubling times. I would recommend her to any friend or family.
Areas of Specialty:
-anxiety/mood disorders
-phobias
-relationship issues
-divorce/infidelity
-career counseling
-life transitions
-body image/ eating disorders
-domestic violence
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task at times and I always strive to ensure that my clients feel safe, non-judged and comfortable with the process. Please see client reviews! (more recent reviews on zocdoc) Mallory has been an excellent source during troubling times. I would recommend her to any friend or family.
Chen has extensive experience working w/ substance use, eating disorders, PTSD, and mood disorders.
Dr. Chen driving ethos in therapy is to make it applicable to real-life gains and palpable changes in the client's life. With this idea in mind, Dr. Chen will help guide the client to develop into a stronger, more resilient, individual while respecting the client's pace. At each stage, Dr. Chen works with the client to master the stage before moving on.
Chen has extensive experience working w/ substance use, eating disorders, PTSD, and mood disorders.
Dr. Chen driving ethos in therapy is to make it applicable to real-life gains and palpable changes in the client's life. With this idea in mind, Dr. Chen will help guide the client to develop into a stronger, more resilient, individual while respecting the client's pace. At each stage, Dr. Chen works with the client to master the stage before moving on.
Specializing in eating disorders and co-occurring disorders, I particularly enjoy working with young adults.
I believe in utilizing evidence based treatments to bring about effective and meaningful change in the shortest time possible. In the past 20+ years I have worked as a clinician, supervisor and trainer in various eating disorder treatment centers, including Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt, Johns Hopkins University and Eating Recovery Center.
Specializing in eating disorders and co-occurring disorders, I particularly enjoy working with young adults.
I believe in utilizing evidence based treatments to bring about effective and meaningful change in the shortest time possible. In the past 20+ years I have worked as a clinician, supervisor and trainer in various eating disorder treatment centers, including Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt, Johns Hopkins University and Eating Recovery Center.
In my practice, I work with adults and older adolescents facing challenges such as eating disorders, depression and anxiety, as well as a variety of other mental health concerns.
I am licensed in Maryland and New York and have PsyPact credentials allowing me to practice telehealth in 38 states. I have specialized training in eating disorders and I utilize a collaborative, team approach working with other providers such as registered dietitians, psychiatrists, family therapists and general practitioners.
In my practice, I work with adults and older adolescents facing challenges such as eating disorders, depression and anxiety, as well as a variety of other mental health concerns.
I am licensed in Maryland and New York and have PsyPact credentials allowing me to practice telehealth in 38 states. I have specialized training in eating disorders and I utilize a collaborative, team approach working with other providers such as registered dietitians, psychiatrists, family therapists and general practitioners.
I treat OCD, anxiety, and eating disorders using practical, evidence-based treatments that are focused on real change.
What is preventing you from living your most meaning filled life?
I believe therapy is a truly collaborative effort for healing and as such, I seek to build an authentic and equal relationship with the person sitting across from me. I am passionate about helping people learn how to live by their values instead of letting emotions, thoughts or OCD control or overwhelm their lives.
If you're suffering from OCD, or self harm; including cutting, bingeing, restriction, purging, my targeted approach is highly effective when you engage in the process.
I treat OCD, anxiety, and eating disorders using practical, evidence-based treatments that are focused on real change.
What is preventing you from living your most meaning filled life?
I believe therapy is a truly collaborative effort for healing and as such, I seek to build an authentic and equal relationship with the person sitting across from me. I am passionate about helping people learn how to live by their values instead of letting emotions, thoughts or OCD control or overwhelm their lives.
If you're suffering from OCD, or self harm; including cutting, bingeing, restriction, purging, my targeted approach is highly effective when you engage in the process.
I specialize in helping teens and women overcome negative body image and disordered eating to heal their relationship with their bodies and find peace with food.
Do you feel the pressure to be perfect all the time?...with food, relationships, your job, and even your appearance? Do you look at yourself in old pictures with admiration…only to remember that even then, you didn't really like yourself? Maybe you’re tired of stressing over every bite you take and still feeling out of control with food. At this point, maybe it’s hard to even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find joy in your day-to-day again. Most of all, you’re ready for a new "normal" and I can help you get there.
I specialize in helping teens and women overcome negative body image and disordered eating to heal their relationship with their bodies and find peace with food.
Do you feel the pressure to be perfect all the time?...with food, relationships, your job, and even your appearance? Do you look at yourself in old pictures with admiration…only to remember that even then, you didn't really like yourself? Maybe you’re tired of stressing over every bite you take and still feeling out of control with food. At this point, maybe it’s hard to even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find joy in your day-to-day again. Most of all, you’re ready for a new "normal" and I can help you get there.
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health issues, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C).
I work with adolescents and adults, and adapt therapy sessions to the needs of the individual client, using approaches from Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Approaches, and Interpersonal Therapy. I would like to help you better understand yourself while providing coping skills to help improve your quality of life.
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health issues, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C).
I work with adolescents and adults, and adapt therapy sessions to the needs of the individual client, using approaches from Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Approaches, and Interpersonal Therapy. I would like to help you better understand yourself while providing coping skills to help improve your quality of life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in both Maryland and Pennsylvania with specialized experience in treating eating disorders across residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient settings.
I have a deep interest in working with complex trauma, eating disorders, and OCD. These areas of focus have shaped my clinically grounded and person-centered approach to care. My work draws from CBT, DBT, CPT, FBT, and exposure-based therapies, and I integrate these modalities in a way that is thoughtful, intentional, and tailored to each individual.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in both Maryland and Pennsylvania with specialized experience in treating eating disorders across residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient settings.
I have a deep interest in working with complex trauma, eating disorders, and OCD. These areas of focus have shaped my clinically grounded and person-centered approach to care. My work draws from CBT, DBT, CPT, FBT, and exposure-based therapies, and I integrate these modalities in a way that is thoughtful, intentional, and tailored to each individual.
I work with clients who are navigating eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression, helping them build practical coping skills, self-esteem, and a healthier relationship with themselves.
My approach is supportive, open, and nonjudgmental. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, using evidence-based approaches such as Family-Based Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet each person’s unique needs.
I work with clients who are navigating eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression, helping them build practical coping skills, self-esteem, and a healthier relationship with themselves.
My approach is supportive, open, and nonjudgmental. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, using evidence-based approaches such as Family-Based Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet each person’s unique needs.
In recent years, I have specialized in working with clients struggling with mood disorders, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, cognitive disorders, eating disorders, weight management, and career-related challenges
As a Cognitive Therapist, I believe that people have a choice: they can change their behavior, reframe their thought patterns, move forward, and regain hope.
While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is my foundation, I also integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt techniques, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Biofeedback as needed to best support each client.
In recent years, I have specialized in working with clients struggling with mood disorders, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, cognitive disorders, eating disorders, weight management, and career-related challenges
As a Cognitive Therapist, I believe that people have a choice: they can change their behavior, reframe their thought patterns, move forward, and regain hope.
While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is my foundation, I also integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt techniques, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Biofeedback as needed to best support each client.
As a licensed psychologist who works with adults, I have specialties in eating disorders, body image concerns, self-esteem, and women’s mental health.
Goodness of fit is important in all areas of life, especially in connecting with your therapist. If you are going through life always wondering if others are judging you as much as you are judging you, therapy can be a time to turn off that noise and focus on self-compassion. You deserve to find your happiness now and I look forward to going on this journey with you by creating an empowering environment to help you form positive changes in your life.
As a licensed psychologist who works with adults, I have specialties in eating disorders, body image concerns, self-esteem, and women’s mental health.
Goodness of fit is important in all areas of life, especially in connecting with your therapist. If you are going through life always wondering if others are judging you as much as you are judging you, therapy can be a time to turn off that noise and focus on self-compassion. You deserve to find your happiness now and I look forward to going on this journey with you by creating an empowering environment to help you form positive changes in your life.
I work with adults across the lifespan wanting to heal from things like complex trauma, family estrangement, eating disorders, OCD & anxiety-related concerns, poor/negative body image, & a variety of mood disorders.
Recognizing the vulnerability inherent in this work, I take time to create a safe & consistent environment where you can feel secure & understood. I integrate a range of therapeutic modalities, including dialectical behavioral therapy, inference-based cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance/commitment therapy, with mindfulness & somatic based practices.
I work with adults across the lifespan wanting to heal from things like complex trauma, family estrangement, eating disorders, OCD & anxiety-related concerns, poor/negative body image, & a variety of mood disorders.
Recognizing the vulnerability inherent in this work, I take time to create a safe & consistent environment where you can feel secure & understood. I integrate a range of therapeutic modalities, including dialectical behavioral therapy, inference-based cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance/commitment therapy, with mindfulness & somatic based practices.
I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
What is your relationship with yourself?
As a therapist, I am genuinely curious about my clients and their lives. I shine light on dark corners, and I help you examine and embrace the complexity of your experiences with compassion and understanding. I create strong therapeutic alliances with my clients, understanding that therapy is hard work and having someone there you trust to support you is essential. I am a therapist who creates an environment in which clients can show up authentically.
I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
What is your relationship with yourself?
As a therapist, I am genuinely curious about my clients and their lives. I shine light on dark corners, and I help you examine and embrace the complexity of your experiences with compassion and understanding. I create strong therapeutic alliances with my clients, understanding that therapy is hard work and having someone there you trust to support you is essential. I am a therapist who creates an environment in which clients can show up authentically.
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.